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Rockets Dominate Trail Blazers in Home Victory

Friday, November 14, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Toyota Center (Houston)

Houston Rockets 140, Portland Trail Blazers 116, final. Today's NBA pick is already sealed, as a hash, before kickoff.

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Who won Portland Trail Blazers vs Houston Rockets?

Houston Rockets beat Portland Trail Blazers 140-116 at Toyota Center (Houston) on November 14, 2025.

The Houston Rockets showcased their offensive prowess with a decisive 140-116 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers at the Toyota Center. This win improves the Rockets' record to 9-3, while the Trail Blazers fall to 6-7. Houston's strong performance was underscored by their recent form, having won their last two games and boasting a 7-3 record over their last ten outings. They averaged 124.0 points scored while allowing 113.0 points during this stretch, indicating a solid offensive and defensive balance. In contrast, the Trail Blazers, despite their recent win against the New Orleans Pelicans, have had a mixed bag of results, going 6-4 in their last ten games with an average of 121.7 points scored and 119.2 points allowed.

At home, the Rockets have performed exceptionally well, holding a 3-1 record, while the Trail Blazers have struggled slightly on the road, also with a 3-3 record. This game was significant as it marked the second meeting of the season between the two teams, with the Rockets leading the series 2-1. Their previous encounter this season saw the Rockets triumph 125-103 in Portland, and they continued that trend with a commanding performance at home.

In terms of injuries, the Rockets had three players listed as day-to-day: Kevin Durant (ankle), Fred VanVleet (knee), and Steven Adams (ankle). The Trail Blazers also faced challenges, with Shaedon Sharpe ruled out due to a knee injury, while Ja Morant (elbow) and Damian Lillard (Achilles) were also day-to-day. The absence of key players could have impacted the Trail Blazers' performance, as they struggled to keep pace with the Rockets.

The market had favored the Rockets in this matchup, attributing them a strong win probability of 1.0, reflecting their home advantage and recent form. Conditions at the Toyota Center were conducive to a high-scoring game, and the Rockets capitalized on this by putting up 140 points, their highest total in recent games.

As the game unfolded, the Rockets maintained control throughout, with a particularly strong fourth quarter where they outscored the Trail Blazers. Notable scoring plays included Sidy Cissoko's driving layup and Duop Reath's three-point jumper, showcasing the Rockets' depth and versatility in scoring. The final score of 140-116 highlighted the Rockets' dominance and their ability to execute effectively at home.

Injury report

  • Kevin DurantDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets
  • Fred VanVleetDay-To-DayKneeHouston Rockets
  • Steven AdamsDay-To-DayAnkleHouston Rockets
  • Shaedon SharpeOutKneePortland Trail Blazers
  • Ja MorantDay-To-DayElbowPortland Trail Blazers
  • Damian LillardDay-To-DayAchillesPortland Trail Blazers

Leaders

  • PointsKevin Durant30Houston Rockets
  • AssistsAlperen Sengun9Houston Rockets
  • ReboundsSteven Adams11Houston Rockets
  • PointsDeni Avdija22Portland Trail Blazers
  • AssistsJrue Holiday6Portland Trail Blazers
  • ReboundsDeni Avdija10Portland Trail Blazers

Recent form

Houston Rockets

Last 10: 7-3Streak W2124 scored · 113 allowed per game3-1 at home

  • W135-112vs Washington WizardsNov 13
  • W122-115at Milwaukee BucksNov 9
  • L110-121at San Antonio SpursNov 8
  • W124-109at Memphis GrizzliesNov 6
  • W110-102vs Dallas MavericksNov 4
  • W128-101at Boston CelticsNov 2
  • W139-121at Toronto RaptorsOct 29
  • W137-109vs Brooklyn NetsOct 28
  • L111-115vs Detroit PistonsOct 25
  • L124-125at Oklahoma City ThunderOct 21

Portland Trail Blazers

Last 10: 6-4Streak W1121.7 scored · 119.2 allowed per game3-3 away

  • W125-117at New Orleans PelicansNov 13
  • L112-115at Orlando MagicNov 11
  • L131-136at Miami HeatNov 9
  • W121-119vs Oklahoma City ThunderNov 6
  • L115-123vs Los Angeles LakersNov 4
  • W109-107vs Denver NuggetsNov 1
  • W136-134at Utah JazzOct 30
  • W122-108at Los Angeles LakersOct 28
  • L107-114at LA ClippersOct 27
  • W139-119vs Golden State WarriorsOct 25

Standings

TeamGames behindLostStreakWin %Won
Oklahoma City-18L2.78064
Denver1028W12.65954
Minnesota1533W2.59849
Portland2240W2.51242
Utah4260L1.26822
San Antonio-20L1.75662
Houston1030W1.63452
New Orleans3656L2.31726
Dallas3656W1.31726
Memphis3757L8.30525

Box score

StatPortland Trail BlazersHouston Rockets
Field goals42-8953-106
Field goal %4750
Three-pointers13-3617-45
Three-point %3638
Free throws19-2717-20
Free throw %7085
Rebounds4449
Offensive rebounds1620
Defensive rebounds2829
Assists1826
Steals416
Blocks26
Turnovers206
Team turnovers00
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers3011
Fast-break points923
Points in the paint5456
Fouls1822
Largest lead930

How the scoring went

  1. 3rd Quarter85-101Aaron Holiday makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot (Alperen Sengun assists)
  2. 3rd Quarter88-101Deni Avdija makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jerami Grant assists)
  3. 3rd Quarter90-101Deni Avdija makes 16-foot driving floating jump shot
  4. 3rd Quarter91-101Deni Avdija makes free throw 1 of 1
  5. 3rd Quarter91-103Steven Adams makes tip shot
  6. 3rd Quarter91-104Amen Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
  7. 3rd Quarter91-105Amen Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
  8. 4th Quarter91-107Steven Adams makes two point shot
  9. 4th Quarter91-110Kevin Durant makes 25-foot three point jumper (Aaron Holiday assists)
  10. 4th Quarter91-112Reed Sheppard makes two point shot
  11. 4th Quarter93-112Jerami Grant makes 8-foot two point shot
  12. 4th Quarter93-115Reed Sheppard makes 27-foot three point jumper (Alperen Sengun assists)
  13. 4th Quarter93-118Aaron Holiday makes 26-foot three point jumper (Alperen Sengun assists)
  14. 4th Quarter95-118Deni Avdija makes two point shot
  15. 4th Quarter95-120Reed Sheppard makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
  16. 4th Quarter97-120Toumani Camara makes layup (Deni Avdija assists)
  17. 4th Quarter97-122Kevin Durant makes 8-foot two point shot
  18. 4th Quarter99-122Shaedon Sharpe makes 4-foot two point shot (Deni Avdija assists)
  19. 4th Quarter99-124Kevin Durant makes 16-foot step back jumpshot
  20. 4th Quarter99-125Amen Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
  21. 4th Quarter99-126Amen Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
  22. 4th Quarter100-126Deni Avdija makes free throw 1 of 2
  23. 4th Quarter101-126Deni Avdija makes free throw 2 of 2
  24. 4th Quarter101-128Alperen Sengun makes two point shot
  25. 4th Quarter103-128Toumani Camara makes 2-foot two point shot (Jerami Grant assists)
  26. 4th Quarter103-130Amen Thompson makes 1-foot dunk (Jabari Smith Jr. assists)
  27. 4th Quarter103-131Alperen Sengun makes free throw 1 of 3
  28. 4th Quarter103-132Alperen Sengun makes free throw 2 of 3
  29. 4th Quarter103-133Alperen Sengun makes free throw 3 of 3
  30. 4th Quarter106-133Caleb Love makes 28-foot three pointer
  31. 4th Quarter106-135Aaron Holiday makes 5-foot two point shot
  32. 4th Quarter108-135Caleb Love makes driving layup
  33. 4th Quarter110-135Sidy Cissoko makes driving layup
  34. 4th Quarter111-135Rayan Rupert makes free throw 1 of 2
  35. 4th Quarter111-136Aaron Holiday makes free throw 2 of 2
  36. 4th Quarter113-136Sidy Cissoko makes driving layup
  37. 4th Quarter113-138Clint Capela makes tip shot
  38. 4th Quarter113-139Aaron Holiday makes free throw 1 of 2
  39. 4th Quarter113-140Aaron Holiday makes free throw 2 of 2
  40. 4th Quarter116-140Duop Reath makes 25-foot three point jumper (Sidy Cissoko assists)

Win probability

Above the line favours Houston Rockets, below favours Portland Trail Blazers.

Venue

  • Toyota Center (Houston)Houston, TX
  • Attendance18055
  • OfficialsTony Brothers, Sean Corbin, Evan Scott

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